Security Officer

Job Details

Job Ref:R0089736 Category:Security & Screening Employment Type:Full-Time Health Care Partner:University of Vermont Medical Center Location: 1 S Prospect, Burlington, VT 05401 Department:Security Job Type:Regular Primary Shift:Day/Eve-8hr Hours:- Hours per Week: 40 Weekend Needs:None Pay Rate: $25.00 - $37.89 per hour

This is a bargaining union position.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Each University of Vermont Medical Center Security Officer is assigned to a specific Campus. The primary responsibilities of the Security Officer are to conduct patrol duties, respond immediately to emergency and non-emergency calls for assistance, and document services provided on each shift. The Security Officer is expected to act in a courteous and professional manner at all times.

Note: Emergency calls for assistance frequently require Security Officers to take the lead in controlling a violent/threatening situation after clinical and non-clinical staff have attempted to verbally deescalate a difficult situation. Security intervention frequently requires detaining and/or restraining the violent patient, visitor, or staff member.

EDUCATION:

High School graduate or equivalent. Valid driver's license and safe driving record.

EXPERIENCE:

Prior security or public safety experience preferred, with an emphasis on providing a safe and dignified environment in stressful situations with a diverse patient, visitor and staff population.